Bucket List Activities Toronto

Garden with Purpose: Practical Ecological Gardening

You have the power to create real ecological change — right in your own backyard. In this introductory program, discover the core principles of ecological gardening and learn how to transform your garden into a space that’s both environmentally responsible and visually stunning. A **Toronto Master Gardener** will provide guidance on how to create habitat, manage water wisely, and reduce your ecological impact — all while cultivating a landscape rich with beauty and year-round interest. Suitable for gardeners of any skill level and any outdoor space. Register via TPL's website: [Garden with Purpose: Practical Ecological Gardening | Toronto Public Library | BiblioCommons](https://tpl.bibliocommons.com/v2/events/6ac3bad29d27a000454eac67) Doors open at 5:30 pm to mingle and chat with fellow nature and environmental enthusiasts! The program starts at 6:00 pm. This program is part of TPL's [Our Fragile Planet](http://www.tpl.ca/fragile-planet) program series, supported by Friends of Toronto Public Library, South Chapter.

Bon Echo Provincial Park camping

**Bon Echo Provincial Park**

Play games & Practice French

Activities: * Sharing news/stories/recent events * Play French board games * Learn idiomatic expressions used in France and Quebec Activités: * Partager de nouvelles, d'anecdotes et des faites divers * Jouer à des Jeux de Société * Apprendre les expressions idiomatiques utilisées en France et au Québec **\*\*\* Group expectations/ Attentes du groupe** • As our capacity is limited, please cancel your RSVPs 24 hours prior the event if you are no longer attending to allow wait listed members to join. • We ask that participants purchase a drink or snack to support the venue as they allow us to use their space. • This is an inclusive group environment, please treat one another with respect \*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\* • Comme le nombre de places est limité, merci d’annuler votre inscription au moins 24 heures avant l’activité si vous ne pouvez plus y participer. Cela permettra aux personnes sur la liste d’attente de prendre votre place. • Nous demandons aux participants d’acheter une boisson ou une collation afin de soutenir le café qui nous permet d’utiliser son espace. • Notre groupe se veut accueillant et inclusif. Nous demandons à chacun de traiter les autres avec respect et bienveillance.

Saturday Beltline Trail and Mount Pleasant Cemetary Walk (with Dinner and Music)

Hello everyone, **\*\*Kindly Read Carefully\*\*** Please join me and my other groups for a fantastic spring afternoon involving a leisure nature and beautiful neighbourhood walk \- Includes different trails\, parks\, cafes\, ice breakers\, washroom breaks and beautiful sties to see -Our great event will continue as we hit a fabulous location for dinner, beverages and conversation (optional) -Stick around after dinner for live disco band and Dancing (optional) **Time and Location: Where to meet us?** We will meet at out front of **Smoke Show** **744 Mt. Pleasant Rd)** \*Arrive early if you like (however we will meet out front at **2:00 p.m. (we will wait for everyone to arrive until roughly 2:30 p.m.)** This will give us an opportunity to introduce ourselves as everyone arrives; then make our way on our small adventure through quieter and more natural parts of the city we don't usually get to see. More details below: Sincerely, Steve Flemming (Organizer/Host) **Event Details:** **Saturday Nature Beltline Trail and Mound Pleasant Cemetery Walk (with Dinner Party, Live Band, Dancing)** -A great event planned as we explore Parks, Trails, Cafes and beautiful Neighbourhoods with cool sites to see -During the walk we will stop and rest at different spots, bathroom breaks, take some lovely scenic photos, group photos and share some laughs together -Play a couple ice breaker games near the beginning of the walk as well to help us get to know one another \*This event is a great way to naturally make connections, get some fresh air, exercise and (re) connect with some wonderful people **Bonus after our Leisure Nature and Neighbourhood Walk:** \*Stick around after the walk for a fun Saturday evening gathering at an iconic venue with Reserved Seating, Great Menu, Beverages, Mingling, Live Band and Dancing! **Event Fee:** 10 dollars (cash only) when you arrive (HST is included) or e transfer in advance to Steveflemming11@gmail.com \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- **Time and Location: Where to meet us?** **Date:** Saturday, November 21st 2026 We will meet at out front of **Smoke Show** **744 Mt. Pleasant Rd)** \*Arrive early if you like (however we will meet out front at **2:00 p.m. (we will wait for everyone to arrive until roughly 2:30 p.m.)** \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- ***Thanks for reading everyone, remember to RSVP and see you real soon!*** :) \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-

🎄✨ Christmas Market Day! ✨

Hey ladies! Let’s get into the Christmas spirit and spend a cute little day together at the Distillery District Christmas Market! 🎅🏽🎄 We’ll walk around, check out the Christmas decorations and lights, take pictures, explore the little shops, grab something to eat or drink, and just enjoy the festive vibes together. 🥰📸 A little Christmas outing, good company, cute pictures and a chance to spend some time together outside of our usual routine. ❤️ 🎟️ **IMPORTANT: TICKETS** Tickets need to be booked online in advance! 💰 **Ticket price: $19.89 per person, including taxes and fees, during ticketed hours.** 🎫 Book your ticket here: [https://thedistillerywintervillage.ca/Tickets](https://thedistillerywintervillage.ca/Tickets) Please make sure to book your ticket ahead of time so we can all get in! Can't wait to see you ladies and enjoy some Christmas magic together! 😌❤️🎄

Practical Philosophy Social!

Get to know your fellow hikers more intimately with a night of Practical Philosophy. In partnership with the Practical Philosophy Meetup I thought it would be a fun a social ! **How does it work?** We select a topic like monogomy vs pologomy and in groups of 6-8 with a moderator (so conservations are respectful) ten questions are asked and everyone has a chance to give their take on the subject. Get to know your fellow hikers on a deeper level! You may be surprised! **Opposing views are of course welcome!** Location to be determined!

🔥Toronto Founder Walk | Marketers, Entrepreneurs & Business Owners

A lot of people in this group work with entrepreneurs every day — or are entrepreneurs themselves. Agency owners, marketers, consultants, freelancers, creators, startup founders and business owners often end up at the same conferences and seminars... …but don't necessarily get much time to actually know one another. So instead of another marketing presentation, we're trying something simpler: \# 🚶 Toronto Founder Walk A casual Sunday walk along Toronto's Harbourfront where entrepreneurs, marketers and business owners can meet through natural conversation. No slides. No speakers. No sales presentation. No forced networking exercises. Just: **Walk. Talk. Meet someone interesting.** \#\#\# The idea I've been involved with entrepreneur and community events in Toronto since 2016, and this new series grew out of the **18,000-member Toronto Entrepreneurs & Start-ups Facebook community**. One thing I've noticed over the years is that the best connections rarely come from exchanging as many business cards as possible. They usually happen when you spend enough time talking to someone to discover: \> “Oh\, this person actually thinks about things in an interesting way\.” That's what we're trying to create. **🚩Important: Meetup RSVP ≠ confirmed spot** **Keep your Meetup RSVP as Going so the event stays visible here. You will get link to a short application after you RSVP.** 📍Meetup Location: Simcoe Wavedeck sign **📅Sunday schedule** **🕛2:45 PM — Arrive / check in** **🕛3:00 PM — Introductions** Tell us who you are, what you're working on and one interesting way you're using—or want to use—AI. **🕛3:15 PM — Walk begins** We'll rotate conversations and introduce a few AI discussion prompts along the route. **🕛Around 4:15 PM — Official finish** Many stay afterwards to network. Some people may grab food or a drink afterward. **🏃Running late?** Don't give up on coming. Approved guests can join our Sunday Walk WhatsApp group. Once we're moving, we'll share our live location so late arrivals can catch up. We'll help make introductions at the start, but this is intentionally informal. Possible conversations might include: * What's actually working in marketing right now? * Growing an agency or service business * AI and automation * Customer acquisition * Entrepreneurship * Building a personal brand * Sales * Hiring * What you're currently working on * Or something completely unrelated to work You don't have to talk marketing for 75 minutes. The activity is simply there to make meeting people easier. \#\#\# Who this is for Especially relevant for: * Entrepreneurs * Agency owners * Digital marketers * Consultants * Freelancers * Creators * Startup founders * Business owners * Growth and marketing professionals You don't need to sell marketing services. You just need to be genuinely interested in meeting other people who build, market or operate businesses. \#\#\# What this is NOT This is not: * A lead-generation mixer * A seminar * A pitching session * A place to aggressively collect prospects If your main objective is to distribute business cards to everyone, this probably isn't the right event. If you'd enjoy meeting a few thoughtful people and seeing where the conversation goes, it probably is. \#\#\# ☕ Optional afterward We'll finish the formal walk around 6:15 PM. Anyone who wants can continue for coffee, food or a drink nearby. \#\#\# 🎟 How to reserve your spot **Meetup RSVP does not confirm attendance.** Please register through Luma: 👉 [https://superr.ca/mmevents](https://superr.ca/mmevents) We keep the walks relatively small, so please release your spot if your plans change. \#\#\# 📱 Future events For first notice of upcoming casual entrepreneur events, join **TES Social on WhatsApp**: 👉 **[https://biz1.ca/wa](https://biz1.ca/wa)** Upcoming formats may include: * Founder walks * Small dinners * Breakfasts * Marketing/AI discussions * Sports * Wellness * Social activities \#\#\# 🙌 Want to host or contribute? We're looking for people interested in: * Hosting * Co-hosting * Photography * Video * Reels * Venue partnerships * Activities * Event support 👉 **[https://superr.ca/host](https://biz1.ca/host)** Come curious. Leave the pitch at home. Hopefully meet someone worth seeing again. #DigitalMarketingToronto #TorontoEntrepreneurs #FounderWalk #MarketingCommunity #TESSocial ***📸Photo, Video & Audio Notice:*** *By registering for or attending this event, you acknowledge that photos, video and audio recordings may be captured during the event. You consent to Superr / TES Social using your image, likeness, voice and comments in event recaps, social media, promotional materials and other community content. If you prefer not to be photographed, filmed or recorded, please let the host know before the event and we’ll do our best to accommodate you.*

Last Minute Club- Transatlantic -(905) 471 7843

**LAST MINUTE CLUB** **LOOK WHAT I FOUND!!!** **A Transatlantic Cruise with some of the BEST pricing I have ever seen!** **November 20 - December 4 2026** **How does $2169 per person Canadian sound for a Premium Location Balcony All In for** **14 NIGHTS!!!? Amazing! Right?** **AND YES I HAVE SOME SOLO PRICING too - REALLY GREAT PRICE ON AN INSIDE PREMIUM CABIN ONLY $2440.37 WOW!** **14 Nights November 20 to December 4 2026** **LAST MINUTE CLUB PRICING -** **PAYMENT DUE JULY 23 2026** **7 PORTS!! ENGLAND - FRANCE - SPAIN -PORTUGAL - 2 Stops AZORES & PORTO - GREAT STIRRUP CAY BAHAMAS - MIAMI** **AND SOLO CABINS** **PREMIUM SOLO INSIDE CABIN FOR ONE PERSON** **$2440.37 ALL IN CANADIAN 14 NIGHTS!!** **PREMIUM SOLO OCEAN CABIN FOR ONE PERSON** **$2765.47 ALL IN CANADIAN DOLLARS** **14 NIGHTS WOW!** **PREMIUM SOLO BALCONY FOR ONE PERSON** **$3929.59 ALL IN CANADIAN DOLLARS** **14 NIGHTS W0W!!** **CALL ME TODAY! (905) 471 7843** \*\*$170.\*\*00 per person holds your space - Final July 23 2026 Hi Everyone If you love Transatlantic cruises or want to give one a try - this is for you! 7 GREAT PORTS AND 7 Days to relax and live the shipboard life. **LAST MINUTE CLUB - PAYMENT DUE JULY 23 2026** **14 NIGHTS TRANSATLANTIC - UNBELIEVABLE PRICING!** **Price per person based on double occupancy. YES they are in Canadian Dollars** **PREMIUM BALCONY -BEST LOCATION ON THE SHIP!** **$2169.29 INCLUDES ALL TAXES AND FEES FOR 14 NIGHTS!!!** **PREMIUM OCEAN VIEW - BEST LOCATION ON THE SHIP!** **$1643.32 INCLUDES ALL TAXES AND FEES FOR 14 NIGHTS** **PREMIUM INSIDE CABIN - BEST LOCATION ON THE SHIP!** **$1562.39 INCLUDES ALL TAXES AND FEES FOR 14 NIGHTS!** **SOLO PRICES ABOVE** i think this is the lowest transatlantic pricing I have ever seen AND THESE GROUP PRICES ARE LESS THAN IF YOU BOOKED THEM YOURSELF! **PORTS OF CALL** November 20 5:00pm London England November 21 6:00am to 7:00pm La Havre France November 22 Fun Day at Sea November 23 La Coruna Spain 8:00pm to 4:00pm November 24 Porto Portugal 7:00am to 2:00pm November 25 Fun Day at Sea November 26 Ponta Delgada (Azores Portugal) 1:00pm to 8:00pm November 27 At Sea November 28 At Sea November 29 At Sea November 30 At Sea December 1 At Sea December 2 At Sea December 3 Great Stirrup Qay - Norwegian's Private Island in the Bahamas - Completely redone - Fab! 10:00am to 6:00pm December 4 Miami Florida DID YOU KNOW THE $100.00 U.S ON BOARD CREDIT IS ONLY AVAILABLE THROUGH GROUPS? FREE AT SEA PERKS! PICK FROM PACKAGE A OR B 2 Perks for an inside cabin 4 for an Ocean View or higher BONUS PERKS Package A Perks Beverage or Soda Package \* Premium Beverage Package\* Ultimate Specialty Dining Package - \* $50.00 US Shore Excursion Package per cabin per port Internet Package - 150 Minutes per Person Or Package B Perks $100.00 US On Board Credit per cabin $50.00 US Shore Excursion Package per cabin per port Internet Package - 150.00 minutes per person 10 Professional Photo Package per Cabin FOR NEW CRUISERS - ALL MEALS ARE INCLUDED - THE SPECIALITY DINNER ABOVE IS A SPECIAL DINING EXPERIENCE CANCELLATION:POLICY - Days to Voyage 119 to 91 Days - 25% Penalty 90 - 61 Days Days -50% Penalty 60- 31 Days -75% Penalty 30 Days or less 100% Penalty. Please make sure you are full insured - ask me for details. CALL ME AT (905) 471 7843 Please do not reply to this email - use leeann.jensen@sympatico.caTravel Agency Nexion 380 Wellington St Tower B 6th Floor London #67927204 (519) 660 6966 You need a Passport with minimum 6 months remaining from date of arrival. Prices/itinerary can change any time. warm regards LeeAnn (905) 471 7843

Last Minute Club - Transatlantic (905) 471 7843

**LAST MINUTE CLUB** **LOOK WHAT I FOUND!!!** **A Transatlantic Cruise with some of the BEST pricing I have ever seen!** **November 20 - December 4 2026** **How does $2169 per person Canadian sound for a Premium Location Balcony All In for** **14 NIGHTS!!!? Amazing! Right?** **AND YES I HAVE SOME SOLO PRICING too - REALLY GREAT PRICE ON AN INSIDE PREMIUM CABIN ONLY $2440.37 WOW!** **14 Nights November 20 to December 4 2026** **LAST MINUTE CLUB PRICING -** **PAYMENT DUE JULY 23 2026** **7 PORTS!! ENGLAND - FRANCE - SPAIN -PORTUGAL - 2 Stops AZORES & PORTO - GREAT STIRRUP CAY BAHAMAS - MIAMI** **AND SOLO CABINS** **PREMIUM SOLO INSIDE CABIN FOR ONE PERSON** **$2440.37 ALL IN CANADIAN 14 NIGHTS!!** **PREMIUM SOLO OCEAN CABIN FOR ONE PERSON** **$2765.47 ALL IN CANADIAN DOLLARS** **14 NIGHTS WOW!** **PREMIUM SOLO BALCONY FOR ONE PERSON** **$3929.59 ALL IN CANADIAN DOLLARS** **14 NIGHTS W0W!!** **CALL ME TODAY! (905) 471 7843** **$170.**00 per person holds your space - Final July 23 2026 Hi Everyone If you love Transatlantic cruises or want to give one a try - this is for you! 7 GREAT PORTS AND 7 Days to relax and live the shipboard life. **LAST MINUTE CLUB - PAYMENT DUE JULY 23 2026** **14 NIGHTS TRANSATLANTIC - UNBELIEVABLE PRICING!** **Price per person based on double occupancy. YES they are in Canadian Dollars** **PREMIUM BALCONY -BEST LOCATION ON THE SHIP!** **$2169.29 INCLUDES ALL TAXES AND FEES FOR 14 NIGHTS!!!** **PREMIUM OCEAN VIEW - BEST LOCATION ON THE SHIP!** **$1643.32 INCLUDES ALL TAXES AND FEES FOR 14 NIGHTS** **PREMIUM INSIDE CABIN - BEST LOCATION ON THE SHIP!** **$1562.39 INCLUDES ALL TAXES AND FEES FOR 14 NIGHTS!** **SOLO PRICES ABOVE** i think this is the lowest transatlantic pricing I have ever seen AND THESE GROUP PRICES ARE LESS THAN IF YOU BOOKED THEM YOURSELF! **PORTS OF CALL** November 20 5:00pm London England November 21 6:00am to 7:00pm La Havre France November 22 Fun Day at Sea November 23 La Coruna Spain 8:00pm to 4:00pm November 24 Porto Portugal 7:00am to 2:00pm November 25 Fun Day at Sea November 26 Ponta Delgada (Azores Portugal) 1:00pm to 8:00pm November 27 At Sea November 28 At Sea November 29 At Sea November 30 At Sea December 1 At Sea December 2 At Sea December 3 Great Stirrup Qay - Norwegian's Private Island in the Bahamas - Completely redone - Fab! 10:00am to 6:00pm December 4 Miami Florida DID YOU KNOW THE $100.00 U.S ON BOARD CREDIT IS ONLY AVAILABLE THROUGH GROUPS? FREE AT SEA PERKS! PICK FROM PACKAGE A OR B 2 Perks for an inside cabin 4 for an Ocean View or higher BONUS PERKS Package A Perks Beverage or Soda Package \* Premium Beverage Package\* Ultimate Specialty Dining Package - \* $50.00 US Shore Excursion Package per cabin per port Internet Package - 150 Minutes per Person Or Package B Perks $100.00 US On Board Credit per cabin $50.00 US Shore Excursion Package per cabin per port Internet Package - 150.00 minutes per person 10 Professional Photo Package per Cabin FOR NEW CRUISERS - ALL MEALS ARE INCLUDED - THE SPECIALITY DINNER ABOVE IS A SPECIAL DINING EXPERIENCE CANCELLATION:POLICY - Days to Voyage 119 to 91 Days - 25% Penalty 90 - 61 Days Days -50% Penalty 60- 31 Days -75% Penalty 30 Days or less 100% Penalty. Please make sure you are full insured - ask me for details. CALL ME AT (905) 471 7843 Please do not reply to this email - use leeann.jensen@sympatico.caTravel Agency Nexion 380 Wellington St Tower B 6th Floor London #67927204 (519) 660 6966 You need a Passport with minimum 6 months remaining from date of arrival. Prices/itinerary can change any time. warm regards LeeAnn (905) 471 7843

🍁 Fall Walk: Glen Stewart Ravine & Beach Boardwalk Adventure! 🍦🌊

## 🍁 **Fall Walk: Glen Stewart Ravine & Beach Boardwalk Adventure!** 🍦🌊 Join us for a **beautiful fall walk** through one of Toronto’s most scenic spots — the **Glen Stewart Ravine** — followed by a stroll along the **Beach Boardwalk**! We’ll take in the crisp autumn air, the colourful leaves, and the sound of the waves — plus a treat (or two) along the way. Our walk begins at **Main Subway Station**, where we’ll make our way down **Main Street**, head east along **Kingston Road**, and then wander through the **Glen Stewart Ravine** — one of Toronto’s best hidden gems. After exploring the ravine, we’ll stop for a well-deserved treat at **Ed’s Real Scoop**, home to some of the *best ice cream in the city*! 🍨 If you’re not in an ice cream mood, no worries — there’s a cozy coffee shop right across the street. ☕ From there, we’ll head down to the **Boardwalk**, walk along the lake, loop around **Ashbridges Bay** and finish our adventure at **Woodbine Beach**, taking in those gorgeous fall views of the water. This is the perfect way to soak up the fall season before winter sneaks in! 🍂 **A Special Guest Joining Us!** We're excited to welcome Miles Howard, visiting us from Boston on November 14–15! Miles is writing *HIKE EVERY CITY*, a book (coming in 2028) exploring urban hiking, community, and how exploring cities on foot brings people together. He also runs a similar urban hiking project in Boston called *Walking City Trails*. He'll be joining us for both weekend outings, including this walk, to experience our group firsthand and meet our members. Feel free to say hello, share your experiences, and chat with Miles if you'd like. No pressure, of course! It's exciting to see our community getting noticed beyond Toronto. Let's give Miles a warm welcome! *** ### 📍 **Meetup Details** **Meeting Spot:** Outside **Main Subway Station** — I’ll be waiting and easy to spot in my **Moose Hat!** 🦌 **Meeting Time:** **11:30 A.M.** (I’ll wait about 5 minutes before we head out.) **Ending Spot:** **Woodbine Beach** *** ### 💲 **Meetup Fee** $5 (cash 💵 or e-transfer 📲 to **mathewmaclean@hotmail.com**) You can send it before or the day of the event! *** ### 🥾 **What to Bring** * Water * Comfortable walking shoes * A snack or a few bucks for ice cream ☺️ * A cozy sweater — it might get breezy by the water! *** ### 💬 **Stay Connected** 👉 📱 **Don’t forget to join our WhatsApp group** – [CLICK HERE!](https://chat.whatsapp.com/H59mSCbsAi018gYANrKAnc?mode=ac_t) Get updates, event reminders, and chat with other friendly walkers! *** ### ⚠️ **A Quick Note** Sometimes things come up and I might need to cancel or reschedule. Please keep an eye on the event page for updates. *** ### 👋 **About This Group** This group is open to **everyone** — whether you’re single or not, new to Toronto, or just looking to be social and make friends! We also host **movies, hikes, arts & culture events, and restaurant outings.** You can RSVP ahead of time — or just show up the day of if you’re feeling spontaneous! *** **Organizer:** Mathew 📧 **torontomoviesandoutings@hotmail.com** **Come for the fall colours.** **Stay for the friendship.** 🍁💛

🍁🎄Fall Niagara Falls Hiking Day Trip — Trails, Dinner & Festival of Lights!!

# 🍁🎄 Niagara Falls Fall Hiking Trip & Winter Festival of Lights! 🌈 🌦️ **RAIN OR SHINE!** The adventure goes on, whether we're enjoying golden sunshine, crisp autumn air, or a little mist from the Falls. After a day of hiking, we'll finish with dinner and the spectacular Winter Festival of Lights! ✨ *** ## 🥾 About the Trip Let's escape the city for a full day of fresh air, friendship, and breathtaking scenery! We'll explore the natural side of Niagara Falls — less time in the tourist crowds, more trails, trees, and spectacular views. We'll meet outside the **Fairmont Royal York on Front Street West**, travel together by GO Train to Niagara Falls, and make our way to **Niagara Glen Nature Reserve** for a hike among ancient boulders, winding forest paths, and the turquoise waters of the Niagara River. The trail features stairs, uneven ground, elevation changes, and a climb back up out of the gorge. This is a proper hike, so please read the expectations below before signing up. **A Special Guest Joining Us!** We're excited to welcome Miles Howard, visiting us from Boston on November 14–15! Miles is writing *HIKE EVERY CITY*, a book (coming in 2028) exploring urban hiking, community, and how exploring cities on foot brings people together. He also runs a similar urban hiking project in Boston called *Walking City Trails*. He'll be joining us for both weekend outings, including Niagara Falls, to experience our group firsthand and meet our members. Feel free to say hello, share your experiences, and chat with Miles if you'd like. No pressure, of course! It's exciting to see our community getting noticed beyond Toronto. Let's give Miles a warm welcome! *** ## 🌲 The Trail Experience Niagara Glen is a beautiful natural area carved into the Niagara Gorge over thousands of years. We'll follow forest trails, take photos, enjoy the fall colours, and experience a side of Niagara Falls that many visitors never see. The planned hike is approximately **4 km**, although the terrain makes it more demanding than the distance might suggest. We'll have opportunities to pause and enjoy the scenery, but everyone needs to be prepared for the physical demands of the route. ### ⚠️🥾 IMPORTANT: HIKE EXPECTATIONS — PLEASE READ CAREFULLY 🥾⚠️ **This is a real hiking trail, not a casual walk.** Before signing up, please be confident that you can: * ✔️ Walk for an extended period of time. * ✔️ Handle uneven terrain, stairs, elevation changes, and the climb back up out of the gorge. * ✔️ Keep up with the group at a steady pace without needing frequent or extended stops. * ✔️ Manage a full day of walking, travel, dinner, and evening sightseeing. **This is not the event to use to test your fitness level or see how things go.** If you're unsure whether you can complete the hike, please choose an easier event instead. If you find yourself unable to keep up, you may need to turn back or continue independently where the route and circumstances allow. The group cannot stop or slow down significantly to accommodate someone who is struggling, as this affects the experience and schedule for everyone. Please make an honest assessment of your abilities before committing. The goal is to keep the day safe, enjoyable, and on track for the entire group. *** ## 🍔 Dinner at Chuck's Roadhouse After the hike, we'll head to **Chuck's Roadhouse on Clifton Hill** for a relaxed dinner. Everyone is responsible for the cost of their own meal. ⚠️ **Please note:** The restaurant has limited vegetarian options. If this means you won't be joining us for dinner, please let me know in advance so I can plan the numbers. Please don't leave this until the last minute, as I'll be arranging the dinner headcount. *** ## 🎇 Winter Festival of Lights After dinner, we'll head down to the Falls to enjoy the **Niagara Falls Winter Festival of Lights**. The surrounding area comes alive with illuminated displays and colourful seasonal installations. We'll take a relaxed evening stroll, enjoy the atmosphere, and stop for photos along the way. Bring warm layers — temperatures near the Falls can drop, especially after dark! 🧣✨ *** ## 💲 Meetup Fee **$5 Meetup fee** 💵 Cash at the event, or 📧 E-transfer to **[mathewmaclean@hotmail.com](mailto:mathewmaclean@hotmail.com)** before or on the day. *** ## 🚆 TRANSPORTATION REQUIREMENT — PLEASE READ **Everyone must travel with the group on the GO Train to participate in this event.** We will not meet people separately in Niagara Falls. Travelling together helps us coordinate the day's activities, stay on schedule, and avoid confusion about meeting points and transportation. Please arrive on time at our Toronto meeting point. We will not be able to hold the train for late arrivals. *** ## 🕒 Travel Details (Approximate) * **8:15 AM** — Meet outside the main doors of the Fairmont Royal York on Front Street West. Look for my Moose Hat! 🫎 * **8:30 AM** — Depart for the GO Train. * **9:03 AM** — Planned GO Train departure for Niagara Falls. * **11:25 AM** — Expected arrival in Niagara Falls. * **12:30 PM** — Planned start of the Niagara Glen hike. * **4:30 PM** — Dinner at Chuck's Roadhouse. * **6:00 PM** — Head down to the Falls for the Winter Festival of Lights. * **8:00–9:00 PM** — Target return-train window to Toronto. 🚆 These times are approximate and depend on the transit schedule and conditions on the day. I'll share any necessary updates closer to the event. Please check the current GO Transit schedule before purchasing your ticket. *** ## 🎟️ Tickets & What to Bring Please purchase the **GO + WEGO Combo Ticket** in advance. The previously listed round-trip price was approximately $20, but please check the current price and service details before buying. 👉 **[Click here for the Niagara Parks GO + WEGO offer](https://www.gotransit.com/en/partners-and-promotions/go-train-to-niagara-on-weekends)** Bring: * 🥾 Sturdy walking shoes or hiking boots with good grip. * 💧 Water and snacks. * 🧥 Warm layers for the evening. * 📸 A camera or charged phone. * 🎒 Anything else you need for a full day outdoors. *** ## ⚠️ Important Notes * This is a full, active day involving a train journey, a hike, dinner, and evening sightseeing. * The event is open to everyone — singles, couples, and friends — provided they can manage the hike. * Please RSVP only if you understand the physical requirements and can commit to the day's itinerary. * You can RSVP ahead of time or show up on the day if you're unsure about your schedule, but please remember that the train arrangements and group itinerary require punctuality. * Sometimes things happen and I may need to cancel or change the plans. Please watch the event page for updates. *** 👤 **Organized by Mathew** Questions? Post on the event wall or email **[torontomoviesandoutings@hotmail.com](mailto:torontomoviesandoutings@hotmail.com)**. **Come for the hike.** **Stay for the lights.** **Leave with a full day of adventure and new connections.** 🍁🎄

Sunnybrook - Don River ADVANCED Hike 🌻